Claimed!

The story follows Dr. John Vanaman, who is summoned to aid Jesse J. Robinson, a wealthy industrialist gravely ill after a burglary attempt. The thief sought Robinson's mysterious green box, inscribed with an unknown language, which propels Vanaman and Robinson's brave niece, Leilah, into a perilous journey exploring the box's ancient and sinister origins. Celebrated as a significant work by Gertrude Barrows Bennett, the narrative blends fantasy, philosophy, and horror, highlighting her as a pioneering female voice in the genre.